04/30/2025
Defense Health Agency Extends Referral Approval Waiver Through June 30 for West Region TRICARE Prime Enrollees
FALLS CHURCH, VA, April 30, 2025 - Do you live in the West Region? Do you have TRICARE Prime? You should know that the Defense Health Agency has extended the West Region referral approval waiver through June 30. TRICARE-authorized specialty care providers don’t need to wait for TriWest Healthcare Alliance to approve referrals issued by your primary care manager before providing outpatient care.
04/29/2025
Disenrolled From Your TRICARE Plan in the West Region? Here’s How To Reinstate Your Coverage After April 30
FALLS CHURCH, VA, April 29, 2025 - IMPORTANT: Do you currently live in the TRICARE West Region? Do you pay for your TRICARE coverage using a bank electronic funds transfer, credit card, or debit card?
04/24/2025
Safely Dispose of Unused Prescriptions on April 26, National Drug Take Back Day
FALLS CHURCH, VA, April 24, 2025 - Did you know that Saturday, April 26, is the next National Drug Take Back Day? It’s a day to safely dispose of unwanted, expired, or excess medications. But it’s also important to know that military pharmacies offer ways to safely dispose of drugs all year long through the Military Health System Drug Take Back program.
04/22/2025
Want To Learn About TRICARE For Life? Check Out This Handbook
FALLS CHURCH, VA, April 22, 2025 - You may be approaching age 65, or you may have a disability or a medical condition that makes you eligible for Medicare and TRICARE For Life before you turn age 65. In either case, you’ll benefit from checking out the TRICARE For Life Handbook.
04/18/2025
Unlock Your Health: Need Help with Your TRICARE Benefit? A Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinator Can Help
FALLS CHURCH, VA, April 18, 2025 - Did you know that military hospitals and clinics have support staff who can help you navigate your TRICARE benefit? These include Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinators. You can find them at any military hospital or clinic.
04/17/2025
Be vigilant of scammers targeting SMC benefits, Purple Heart recipients
WASHINGTON, April 17, 2025 - Veterans who receive higher compensation with Special Monthly Compensation (SMC), Purple Heart recipients, Veterans receiving income-based pension or survivors’ pension, and those receiving specially adapted housing (SAH) benefits are frequently targeted by bad actors.